Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $700 (122 Rentals)

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678 Bennington St
$9005 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

678 Bennington St

Boston, MA 02128
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48 Dudley St
$1,1253 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

48 Dudley St

Boston, MA 02119
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6 7th St
$1,1253 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

6 7th St

Boston, MA 02141
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240 Silver St
$1,1255 Bedroom, 2 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

240 Silver St

Boston, MA 02127
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7-9 Meridian St
$1,1305 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

7-9 Meridian St

Boston, MA 02148
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29 Alston St
$1,1506 Bedroom, 2 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

29 Alston St

Boston, MA 02143
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80 Marion St
$1,1753 Bedroom, 2 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

80 Marion St

Boston, MA 02128
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50 Dudley St
$1,1753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

50 Dudley St

Boston, MA 02119
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875 E 2nd St
$1,2254 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

875 E 2nd St

Boston, MA 02127
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286 Bowen St
$1,2755 Bedroom, 3 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

286 Bowen St

Boston, MA 02127
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5 Dixfield St
$1,3004 Bedroom, 2 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

5 Dixfield St

Boston, MA 02127
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595 E 4th
$1,3254 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

595 E 4th

Boston, MA 02127
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36 N Bennet
$1,4503 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Apr 16

36 N Bennet

Boston, MA 02113
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Waterfront

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in the Boston area by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead. See how it ranks!

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102 Tyler St
$1,4752 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

102 Tyler St

Boston, MA 02111
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19 Putnam Ave
$1,5007 Bedroom, 2 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

19 Putnam Ave

Boston, MA 02139
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248 Newbury St
$1,795Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Sep 1

248 Newbury St

Boston, MA 02116
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Waterfront, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, MA

As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $0.19 price per square foot 54 S Russell St Model at 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 8 Curtis St Model at 8 Curtis St, Unit 6 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Waterfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
54 S Russell St, Unit 654 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.19
8 Curtis St, Unit 68 Curtis St1BR,1BA$0.19
679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B679 Massachusetts AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
246 Beacon St, Unit BF246 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.19
487 E Broadway, Unit #4487 E Broadway1BR,1BA$0.20
195 Endicott St, Unit B195 Endicott St1BR,1BA$0.20
673 E Broadway, Unit 3673 E Broadway1BR,2BA$0.16
6 Water St, Unit 46 Water St1BR,1BA$0.19
6 Water St, Unit 46 Water St1BR,1BA$0.19
6 Water St, Unit 46 Water St1BR,1BA$0.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waterfront, Boston, MA

Ranked #98

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Boston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Waterfront Neighborhood in Boston, MA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,713.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment is $1,517 at Boylston St, 40.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is starting from $1,475 at .

What is the most affordable Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $2,334.

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